Serving 680 students in grades 9-12, Dyersburg High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dyersburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dyersburg High School's student population of 680 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
680 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
53 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence through Commitment
School Rankings
Dyersburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dyersburg High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#632 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
39%
20%
White
46%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dyersburg High School's ranking?
Dyersburg High School is ranked #632 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dyersburg High School?
The graduation rate of Dyersburg High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dyersburg High School?
680 students attend Dyersburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Dyersburg High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Dyersburg High School offer ?
Dyersburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dyersburg High School part of?
Dyersburg High School is part of Dyersburg School District.
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